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Power Outage in Manaba, KwaZulu-Natal

Planned power maintenance in Manaba on now
Power off until tomorrow 20:00
essential maintenance
Last checked: 14 Aug 2026, 14:01
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Power off in Manaba? Tell neighbours so others know.

Recent power outages affecting Manaba

Plannedessential maintenanceAnnounced 4 hours ago
Window: today 10:17 - tomorrow 20:00

A planned power supply interruption for essential maintenance is scheduled to affect Izotsha, Uvongo, Manaba, Shelly Beach, and St Michaels from 06:00 to 20:00 on 15 August 2026.

Areas covered
IzotshaUvongoManabaShelly BeachSt Michaels
Window ends: 15 Aug 2026, 20:00 (Eskom estimate)
Timeline
  1. First reported - 14 Aug, 10:17
  2. Expected restoration - 15 Aug, 20:00

Report a Power Outage in Manaba

Is your power off in Manaba and it is not load shedding? Report it to Eskom so they can dispatch a team.

08600 37566 (Eskom contact centre)
Or via Eskom’s “Alfred” WhatsApp on 0860 037 566, or the MyEskom Customer app.

When Will Electricity Come Back in Manaba?

Unplanned fault
Most outages in Manaba restore within 4-8 hours; a tripped feeder in 2-4 hours.
Cable theft / vandalism
12-48 hours where a substation or mini-sub must be repaired.
Storm damage
Depends on access and number of faults; widespread damage can take over a day.

Frequently Asked Questions About Power Outages in Manaba

Is there a power outage in Manaba right now?

No power outage is currently reported for Manaba. This page refreshes every few minutes. If your power is off and it is not load shedding, report it on 08600 37566.

How do I report a power outage in Manaba?

Call Eskom on 08600 37566, via Eskom’s “Alfred” WhatsApp on 0860 037 566, or the MyEskom Customer app. Give your account number and address.

When will the electricity be back on in Manaba?

There is no active outage in Manaba right now. If your power is off, the fault may be local to your street - call 08600 37566 to log it.

Is it load shedding or a power outage in Manaba?

If your power is off outside the published load shedding schedule, Manaba is likely experiencing an unplanned outage - a fault, cable theft or equipment failure - not load shedding.

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